Places to stay in Essaouira

Staying at Riad Petite Rêverie in Essaouira was nothing short of a dream. From the moment we stepped through the door, we were blown away by the gorgeous interior—thoughtfully decorated, full of charm, and radiating that warm Moroccan spirit. It’s clear how much love has gone into creating this space. The place was immaculately clean and very comfortable. But what made our stay unforgettable was Meryam, our host. Her hospitality was heartfelt and generous, and she made us feel completely at home. Upon arrival, we were greeted with a delicious mint tea. Breakfast was fantastic—fresh, abundant, and made with so much care. And dinner was easily one of the best meals we had in Morocco. Every dish was rich in flavor and beautifully prepared. We will be back for sure!

The house is prettier than in the photos. The house is very large and with a beautiful terrace. The caretaker Larbi and Caz the owner are very available and nice. You can ask Aicha Larbi's sister (does not speak French) to clean and cook for you morning and evening for €20/day (without products), a real +. You can walk down to the beach in 15 minutes but it's not easy for people with limited mobility. In the village there are donkeys and goats wandering around, it's very nice. The village is not very clean like many in Morocco. Essaouira (very nice) is 25 minutes by car and Sidi Kouaki 5 minutes (unclean beaches and a lot of people in August). Caz, I think we should put the little options in the rental price for clarity and simplicity (hammam, surfboards...). I recommend this lovely house if you want peace and a change of scenery!

Thanks to Fatima who responds to all questions right away, the way of communicating on the phone was super professional. Fatima thanks again for all your help especially when my navigation didn't work 😜

The house is ideally located to enjoy Sidi Kaouki, surf spots. Comfortable, well-equipped, fireplace that heats very well. Very quiet place. Jaouad is attentive, good tips for surfing. In short, I highly recommend it.

We had a wonderful stay at Soufiane's place which accommodated seven of us. The home was exactly as described—clean, cozy, and in a great location close in the medina. Please be aware that the home has four floors and there are many stairs with narrow steps, some of which lack railings. The only other small issue we had was the top bedroom had no bedside tables, but it didn’t affect our stay much. Our host, Soufiane, was incredibly welcoming and made sure we had everything we needed and accommodated a late check-out. Overall, we had a fantastic time and would definitely stay again! Highly recommend!

We had a fantastic stay! Malika was incredibly responsive and cheerful, making our experience even better. Her cooking was a delightful highlight! The sea views and sounds were breathtaking, creating a relaxing atmosphere. Living by the ocean does come with some realities, like the sound of the waves and a bit of sea salt on the glass, but it truly adds to the charm of the location. Highly recommend!

Hanane and the team are wonderful. They are there if you need them but respect your space very well. A beautiful area very quiet and private and relaxed almost immediately. The dogs are an added bonus and feels good to stay in a lovely place that exists for these lovely animals who just want a pat and a treat.

The apartment is in the part of Essaouira, where you live with the locals, not tourists, which makes it really authentic. I could leave my bicycle inside the building, which really helped! Just mind that there are two separate bedrooms, not three, which is important if you are a larger group.

We loved Said's place and extended our stay as soon as we walked inside! Beautiful roof terrace to check Cathedral and the Bay. Hassan (the concierge) was extremely kind and always around to help. We can't wait to come back! Thank you!